In light of Russia's war against Ukraine and uncertainty regarding US security commitments, French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced their intention to strengthen defense cooperation. During a recent press conference in Paris, they revealed plans to establish a French-German defense and security council, emphasizing operational responses to common strategic challenges. Merz, newly elected, affirmed the commitment to enhance Europeâs security and stressed the importance of consulting with France and Britain, indicating broader collaboration with Poland to influence peace talks in Ukraine.
We will set up a French-German defence and security council to meet regularly to bring operational responses to our common strategic challenges.
We will take joint measures to further enhance Europe's security and defence capabilities.
Merz stated, 'If we can include the Poles, then it will be even better,' indicating a desire for broader cooperation.
Discussions are being spearheaded among 30 countries on the potential deployment of troops to secure any Ukraine ceasefire.
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